Ship Manager

James Fisher and Sons

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Ship Manager, the Ship Manager is fully accountable for all aspects of vessel operational readiness, maintenance, capability and safety for the assigned vessels. The role involves ensuring full compliance with the company SMS, regulations and third-party stakeholder requirements. The position is also responsible for the operational management of the Master and Chief Engineer on assigned vessels. This role plays a crucial role in maintaining high standards of operational performance.

Requirements

• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems, along with having a history of innovative ship system solutions.
• Marine Engineering or Nautical Science industry recognized qualifications
• Superintendence or managerial experience.
• Understanding and proficient in the use of electronic PMS and SMS – Preferably AMOS.
• Understanding and proficient in the use of electronic dry-docking software – Preferably REFMAN.
• Proven experience in ship management or a similar role.
• Strong technical knowledge and expertise in ship operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of and experience of working with tankers.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in using ship management software and tools.
• Extensive experience in ship management and operations.
• Strong knowledge of maritime regulations and standards.
• Full UK driving license
• Willingness to travel at short notice.
• Right to reside and work in the UK.
• Availability to attend the head office in Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria.
• Availability to visit vessels on a frequent basis as per the company's SMS and attend dry dock periods.

Nice To Haves

• Class 2 Motor or Deck preferred but not compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ride on, SIRE pre-vetting's, SIRE vetting's, terminal visits and attend Class surveys as detailed within the SMS and manage repair periods, dry docks, surveys, inspections and servicing of vessels and their equipment
• Oversee the operations and maintenance of the company’s fleet, ensuring all vessels are in optimal condition and comply with regulatory standards.
• Ensure all ships comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Manage and support the ship's crew, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of ship operations, prepare reports, and provide regular updates to management.
• Conduct inspections onboard the company’s fleet and ensure findings are recorded and closed out as per company procedures. If appropriate, then findings are to be shared across the fleet/business as part of knowledge sharing.
• Incident investigations are to be conducted as required and recorded as per company procedures.
• Arrange, plan and execute necessary service repairs/surveys for vessels and equipment, liaising with surveyors and contractors as required.
• Manage the planned maintenance for their respective ships/Ship Group within the approved level of budgetary control.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in ship operations and implement initiatives to enhance performance and safety.
• Implement and maintain processes and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of ship operations.
• Manage and support the ship's crew, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Such other duties commensurate with the position as may be determined from time to time by the senior leaders in the business.
• Support the delivery of an effective and efficient ship management strategy as required by senior management
• Drive performance to ensure that strategic goals are met.
• Prepare specifications for repair periods and drydocks for their nominated vessels then subsequently plan and execute

Benefits

• Competitive benefits tailored to the division.
• Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions.
• Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed